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By BILLY FOLINUSZ
February 28, 2026
CRANFORD, NJ - The birth of American independence did not happen only in Philadelphia or on distant battlefields, it also happened here in Cranford.Two hundred and fifty years ago, as the Continental Congress debated liberty and self-government, General and future President George Washington’s ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The Board of Education (BOE) appointed Brittany Spina to high school marching band director at the Thursday, Feb. 26 meeting. She will take the reins of the marching band in the fall of 2026.Superintendent Lauren Zirpoli touted Spina for her passion for the work at the Music ...
WAYNE, NJ — When Benway School students uncovered the partially buried footstone of 2nd Lt. Harold Edwin “H.E.” Bodei nearly ten years ago, they didn’t just place a flag and move on.They went back to school and started digging deeper. What they discovered helped to fill the gap in a special World ...
WARRINGTON TOWNSHIP—A Pennsylvania state representative hosted a hearing on Wednesday to discuss scams that are targeting seniors in the state.State Rep. Brian Munroe hosted the House Majority Policy Committee hearing to hear testimony from victims and experts on scams that are using social media ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Read Across America Spirit Week will begin Monday, March 2, and go until Friday, March 6. Please see the above flyer for Spirit Day information.Read Across America is a nationwide initiative that encourages literacy and highlights the importance of reading, especially among ...
PARKLAND, FL- The Stoneman Douglas Baseball Team picked up two more wins but lost their second game of the season this week during a busy schedule of games.MSD comfortably defeated Cypress Bay 12-5, as Randy Ruiz and Ander Elorriaga homered for the Eagles.Senior All-American Gio Rojas picked up the ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The school district is paying more attention to both students and staff well-being. “Advance staff development and wellness to support student achievement” is a current goal of the Board of Education (BOE) Personnel, Management, and Communication Committee. “Strengthen safety ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - East Brunswick PBA Local 145 and PBA Local 145A have announced their annual Easter Egg Hunt for March 28 at the Community Arts Center. All participants aged 12 and under will have the opportunity to participate in the Easter Egg Hunt and try to find a golden egg for a special ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – The East Brunswick Township Council held a required public hearing Tuesday night as part of its effort to apply for 2026 Community Development Block Grant funding.Housing Specialist Susan Fein told council members that the public presentation is one of the federal requirements ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - The competition for the Spotswood Recreation Department's latest snowman-building contest is so hot the entries may melt. With all the snow that fell last weekend, borough kids had a lot to work with and they certainly let their creativity shine. Voters have a tough field to choose ...
MANASQUAN, NJ – The top-seeded and No. 7–ranked Lady Warriors opened the NJSIAA Central Jersey, Group 2 tournament with authority, defeating 16-seeded Ocean Township, 56-24, to advance to the quarterfinal round.From the opening tip, Manasquan established control.Senior Jordyn Hollawell ignited the ...
RAHWAY, NJ — While the world turned its eyes to the Winter Olympics in Milano-Cortina, students at the Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy were busy bringing the heart of Italy directly into the classroom. Under the guidance of Italian teacher Ms. Rosemary Curcio, students recently completed a ...
UNION, NJ - The Union Municipal Band, under the direction of Howard Toplansky will present a winter concert on Monday evening, March 9. This winter concert will be held at Livingston School Auditorium, 960 Midland Blvd. at 7:30 PM. Admission is free and the public is invited to attend. Some of the ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Philip J. Del Giudice, a longtime Morristown resident whose family business and civic leadership helped shape the modern downtown, died peacefully on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026. He was 81.Del Giudice was the owner of Dels’ Novelty Co., a longtime staple in Morristown known for costumes, ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Jason Freedman, a game and simulation and animation programming teacher at Coral Springs High School, was named the 2026 Career and Technical Education Teacher of the Year, school officials announced on Friday. Broward County Public Schools recognized top Career and Technical ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the following information from Harding Elementary School Principal Mr. Ronald Bubnowski.Hello Harding Families,Here is what you need to know this week…Read Across America Week: Please join us in celebrating Read Across America Week here at Harding School, March ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Police arrested three teenagers on Thursday after they set off firecrackers in a hallway during Coconut Creek High School dismissal, according to authorities.The incident happened around 1:35 p.m.“The sound obviously created panic throughout the school and resulted in a large ...
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ — Local food lovers won’t have to wait for spring to enjoy farm-fresh produce and artisan goods. Grow It Green Morristown's Winter Market, is open today and every Sunday through April at the Convent Train Station in Morris Township.The market will run every Sunday from 9:30 ...
BOCA RATON, FL — A woman who claims she suffered serious injuries after tripping on an unmarked speed bump at Spanish River Park in 2024 has filed a negligence lawsuit against the City of Boca Raton.On Feb. 23, Irene Bracco filed her complaint, which states that on March 2, 2024, she tripped and ...
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ — Local food lovers won’t have to wait for spring to enjoy farm-fresh produce and artisan goods. Grow It Green Morristown's Winter Market, is open today and every Sunday through April at the Convent Train Station in Morris Township.The market will run every Sunday from 9:30 ...
TRENTON - The New Jersey Clean Communities Council (NJCCC) is once again partnering with the state Department of Environmental Protection to coordinate a youth video contest, with the theme to “Reduce Single Use.” The contest is designed to inspire the next generation to share the importance of ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — A “No Kings” rally is scheduled for Friday, March 28, with organizers calling on residents to gather at 11 a.m. outside Morristown Town Hall, 200 South Street, as part of a broader national series of demonstrations.Organizers describe the event as a peaceful show of opposition to ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — A “No Kings” rally is scheduled for Friday, March 28, with organizers calling on residents to gather at 11 a.m. outside Morristown Town Hall, 200 South Street, as part of a broader national series of demonstrations.Organizers describe the event as a peaceful show of opposition to ...
MADISON, NJ - Students from Union at Fairleigh Dickinson University's Florham Campus, located in Madison, NJ, are among those named to the Honors Lists for the Fall 2025 semester.Arianna MesenCharles Campbell Paul Ribardo Jessica CaggianoJonathan Rodriguez Chryssa Santos Karina Vargas Gracie ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill has called out of retirement former New State Police Lt. Col. Jeanne Hengemuhle to become that law enforcement agency’s new superintendent, in charge of 3,400 troopers and its investigative bureaus.Hengemuhle, 55, who lives in Monroe Township, retired from the NJ ...
OCEAN TOWNSHIP, NJ - Gov. Livingston’s boys basketball team saw its season come to a close Thursday, falling 67-53 to No. 3-seeded Ocean Township in the first round of the NJSIAA Central Jersey Group 2 Tournament. The Highlanders entered the postseason as the No. 14 seed with a 10-16 overall ...
HILLSIDE, NJ — State and industry leaders gathered in Hillside to celebrate the latest graduates of a workforce initiative aimed at tackling New Jersey’s growing automotive technician shortage.The New Jersey Coalition of Automotive Retailers (NJ CAR) recognized students who completed its Technician ...
ROSELLE PARK, NJ — Residents are invited to wear their green and gather with friends and neighbors next weekend for Roselle Park’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration.The festive community event will take place on Saturday, March 7, beginning at 12 p.m. at the Casano Community Center.Attendees can ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill has called out of retirement former New State Police Lt. Col. Jeanne Hengemuhle to become that law enforcement agency’s new superintendent, in charge of 3,400 troopers and its investigative bureaus.Hengemuhle, 55, who lives in Monroe Township, retired from the NJ ...
This is Woodbridge Mayor John McCormac. On Saturday, the Iselin Library has the movie “The Roses” at 1 pm and the Avenel Performing Arts Center has comedian Tony Deyo at 7 pm. For tickets, call 732-314-0500.On Sunday, the Rotary Club of Woodbridge and Perth Amboy is having a fundraising breakfast ...